Dental Therapist

Dental Therapist

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Dental Therapist to work in the Restorative Department of Liverpool Dental Hospital for one day per week (7.5 hours), preferably a Thursday, however this can be discussed at interview.

• Work under supervision, carrying out active treatment for patients to prescriptions provided by Dental Consultants and Specialist teams.
• Provide periodontal therapies, direct restorations, baseline records and photographs, bleaching, and composite modifications of malformed teeth within Trust policies and guidelines.
• Treat priority group patients such as Cleft Lip and Palate, developmental defects of enamel and dentine, and oral cancer.
• Contribute to the clinical management of patients in collaboration with consultants to improve patient care.
• Maintain high standards of clinical care referencing relevant research and evidence-based practice; keep own standard of practice up to date adhering to CPD and appraisal protocols.
• Ensure patients meet oral health standards for ongoing treatment in relation to their prescription or treatment plan.
• Discuss and inform patients of indications for ongoing treatment, including risks, benefits, possible additional procedures, and level of cooperation required.
• Assess, plan and implement specialist care treatment plans in consultation with the Consultant & Specialist team.
• Identify patients’ individual needs and beliefs when formulating a management plan, ensuring a holistic approach to care with consultants, specialists, patients, and families.
• Promote health education and health promotion.
• Utilise risk assessment skills to identify potential damage to oral health and soft tissues of the oral cavity.
• Act effectively in an emergency situation to ensure safety of patients.
• Work as requested or prescribed within GDC guidelines.
• Assist with telephone queries and messages from emergency patients and practitioners in coordination with nursing and ancillary staff.
• Provide treatment to patients with a wide range of additional needs, including barriers to understanding, medical compromise, and physical disabilities.
• Build upon skills to ensure precision and accuracy in carrying out treatment is maintained.
• Assess each patient’s health education needs individually, providing advice and information on dental procedures as appropriate.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Contract
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Dentists

Liverpool Dental Hospital, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Seasoned professionals and new graduates are encouraged to apply. The role is for a Registered Dental Therapist; GDC registration is required.

Please refer to the JDPS for the full list of duties and responsibilities.